4. Medication
When pain symptoms become unmanageable, over-the-counter painkillers and anti-inflammatories may provide some relief. Ask your pharmacist for ibuprofen, Advil, or Tylenol to soothe the symptoms of golfer’s elbow.
In severe cases where the condition advances, some doctors may prescribe painkillers with greater strength than OTC brands. However, it’s crucial that you don’t self-medicate. Using dangerous analgesics, such as opioids, to treat golfer’s elbow may lead to dependency on these painkillers. Listen to your doctor’s advice for managing the symptoms.
Physicians typically don’t recommend corticosteroid injections for golfer’s elbow, as they are ineffective over the long-term for managing pain and inflammation. New treatments may offer promise for pain relief and fast healing of the condition. Platelet-rich plasma treatments involve injecting platelets and other anti-inflammatory agents directly into the affected area.
These platelets speed up the healing process, reducing symptoms of pain and swelling associated with golfer’s elbow, the treatment is so effective, many patients experience recovery after one session.